As spring appears and winter is over, your body may need a helping hand to get back on track. Perhaps you're carrying a little extra weight or you just feel sluggish after a long winter. Take a look at these three great ways to refresh your body and mind today, without breaking the bank.
Make Getting Up Early a Habit
Cold mornings leave many people lingering under the bed covers, longing for another minute dozing before starting the day. While these fleeting moments are enjoyable, choose to start your day differently. To level up your health and wellbeing going into the warmer weather, kickstart your morning with an early rise.
Integrating some vigorous exercise into the early hours of your day is a wonderful way to activate your body and mind, and prepare for the day ahead. Give yourself a little breathing space to exercise, read, journal or meditate before the family wakes—this is a gift to your mental and emotional wellbeing.
Detox from Your Digital Devices
In a time when managing social media accounts can occupy a serious chunk of time, it's healthy to take a break occasionally. Being constantly connected can cause a range of negative habits and emotional responses. Many people experience feelings of isolation, competition and comparison when using social media, reaching addiction levels for those who have a real fear of missing out.
Regain control over your social media habits with a digital detox. You can start small by taking a full day off your device to do something you love or simply relax and rejuvenate before summer arrives. If you want to make a radical change, a longer digital detox may be just what the doctor ordered. You might find yourself a little bored initially, but you may find yourself benefiting in a range of ways from a little break from screen time: better sleep, family time and mental health are worth the effort.
Sweat It Out
A great way to shed some excess winter weight and invigorate the body for spring is a good old-fashioned workout. The health benefits of regular exercise are widely known, however, the value of the sweating process itself is often underestimated. Not only will you tome your muscles and improve your stamina, but you'll also boost strength, recovery, immunity, confidence, and even skin health.
Taking some time out of your busy family and work schedule to sweat can seem counterintuitive, but you'll find your body fueled by the experience. Take an early morning gym class, go for a swim at your local aquatic centre after work, or just take the dog for a long, fast-paced walk. Don't underestimate the ability of a good workout to rejuvenate your mental and emotional state.
For more advice on how to support your health and wellbeing, contact a local women's health clinic.
